Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Columbia, SC
Starkes Law Firm has been a trusted legal advocate in Columbia, South Carolina since 2005, specializing in personal injury litigation, wrongful death cases, workers' compensation, medical malpractice, and nursing home negligence. Our founder, F. Xavier Starkes, brings decades of experience as a litigator and former Assistant United States Attorney to deliver skilled representation and personalized support. We prioritize client needs through a proven track record of securing significant verdicts and settlements while maintaining community involvement through free legal seminars and board memberships.Our commitment to justice is reflected in our client-centered approach, which emphasizes dignity, integrity, and fair pricing. With over twenty years of experience representing South Carolinians, we offer contingency fee arrangements to ensure access to quality legal representation regardless of financial circumstances.
Services
Workers Compensation
Medical Malpractice
Automobile Accidents
Nursing Home Negligence
Wrongful Death
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Established in 2005 with proven trial experience in South Carolina courts
- Personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances
- Contingency fee basis ensures no upfront costs for legal representation
- Community involvement through free legal education seminars and local boards
- Founder's background includes federal prosecution and adjunct law professor role
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Services
Workers Compensation
We help injured workers secure medical coverage, lost wages, and benefits through expert guidance in workers' compensation claims. Our team navigates complex processes to protect employee rights while ensuring proper documentation and timely filings. With decades of South Carolina litigation experience, we advocate for fair settlements and represent clients in appeals when necessary.
Medical Malpractice
Our firm represents victims of medical errors including misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, and medication errors. We investigate healthcare provider negligence, consult medical experts, and build strong cases to secure compensation for additional medical costs and pain suffering. Our track record includes multimillion-dollar verdicts in complex malpractice litigation.
Automobile Accidents
We handle all aspects of automobile accident cases from property damage to serious injury claims. Our services include negotiating with insurance companies, documenting damages, and pursuing litigation for fair compensation covering medical bills, lost income, and emotional distress. We represent clients in both passenger vehicle and commercial truck accident cases.
Nursing Home Negligence
We hold facilities accountable for elder neglect and abuse through comprehensive investigations of substandard care. Our team documents evidence of inadequate staffing, medication errors, and safety violations while advocating for victims' rights to proper care and financial compensation for physical and emotional damages suffered by residents.
Wrongful Death
We provide compassionate representation for families seeking justice after preventable deaths. Our services include proving liability in fatal accident cases, calculating economic losses, and pursuing compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional trauma while navigating complex wrongful death statutes in South Carolina courts.
People
F. Xavier Starkes
Attorney and Founder
Columbia-based attorney with 35+ years legal experience, including federal prosecution and adjunct law professor roles. Graduated University of South Carolina Law School in 1988 after studying business administration at The Citadel. Specializes in personal injury litigation and community legal education.
Questions
What areas of law does Starkes Law Firm specialize in?
We focus on personal injury litigation, workers' compensation, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, and wrongful death cases throughout South Carolina.
How does the contingency fee arrangement work?
We only collect attorney fees if we win your case, ensuring access to legal representation regardless of financial situation. Clients typically cover court costs and expenses.
What happens during the initial consultation?
We review case details, explain legal options, and discuss potential strategies during free initial consultations either at our Columbia office or through statewide mobile visits.
Does the firm handle cases outside Columbia?
We represent clients throughout South Carolina with our legal team available for consultations anywhere in the state when needed.
What makes Starkes Law Firm different from others?
Our combination of federal litigation experience, community involvement, and personalized client approach creates unique value for South Carolina residents seeking justice.
